Which place is cheaper, Easter Island or Ilha Grande?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ilha Grande or Easter Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ilha Grande or Easter Island? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Ilha Grande or Easter Island?
Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande is a large, beautiful, island located off the southeast coast of Brazil. The island has few inhabitants, resulting in mostly unadulterated beaches and landscapes. There are over a dozen trails and beaches to explore, some of which have been called the best beaches in Brazil. Due to the limited number of inhabitants, ATMs are sparse on the island, so be sure to have cash with you before getting there.
Easter Island
Although Easter Island is considered a territory of Chile, it is actually located far out in the Pacific, almost halfway to Tahiti. Easter Island is well known, despite being one of the most isolated islands on Earth, because of the mysterious giant stone busts which date back centuries. There are 887 monumental statues, called moai, that were built by the Rapa Nui people. There remains much mystery around the historic Polynesian culture which created the stones, as well as the specific meaning for them.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Manaus, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Brazil, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Chile, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Chile.
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Ilha Grande Prices
Brazil PricesEaster Island Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIlha Grande $82Easter Island $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Ilha Grande is $82, while the average daily cost in Easter Island is $94. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Ilha Grande and Easter Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIlha Grande $36Easter Island $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIlha Grande $72Easter Island $86
Compare Hotels in Ilha Grande and Easter Island
Looking for a hotel in Ilha Grande or Easter Island? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ilha Grande $18Easter Island $2.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ilha Grande
Also for Ilha Grande, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Regular transfer from Isla Grande (Abraão) x Rio de Janeiro: $49
- Regular transfer from Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro: $52
- From Angra dos Reis: Shared Transfer to Rio de Janeiro: $46
- Departure private transfer from Costa do Sol to Rio GIG Airport: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Easter Island
Also for Easter Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tongariki, Rapa Nui Sunrise: Small-Group Tour with Transfers: $115
- Private Arrival Transfer: Mataveri Airport to Easter Island Hotels: $75
- Easter Island Airport Shuttle Transfer to/from Hanga Roa Hotel: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Ilha Grande or Easter Island?
Prices for flights to both Easter Island and Ilha Grande change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayIlha Grande $35Easter Island $41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Easter Island
For Easter Island, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rapa Nui Cultural Music, Dance, Dinner Show with Hotel Pickup: $187
- Easter Island Ancestral Dinner and Show with Transport: $225
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ilha Grande $6.50Easter Island $38
Tours and Activities in Ilha Grande
For Ilha Grande, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Angra Dos Reis Daily Tour To Paradise. Boat Trip Lunch And Fruits Included: $86
- Angra Islands Speedboat Tour from Paraty: $63
- Angra Paradise Islands Speedboat Tour: $92
- Angra Super Blue Lagoon Speedboat Tour: $81
- Angra dos Reis Island Hopping Speedboat Tour from Ilha Grande: $77
- Angra dos Reis Lagoons Shared Speedboat Tour: $86
- Boat Adventure through the Super Blue Lagoon in Angra dos Reis: $113
- Boat Tour of the Paradise Islands of Angra: $91
- Diving Adventures in Angra dos Reis: $246
- Explore Paraty with Rafting Adventure: $164
- Full-Day Ilha Grande Northern Coast Speedboat Tour: $69
- Half-Day Ilha Grande Schooner Tour: $47
Typical Entertainment Prices in Easter Island
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Easter Island's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Bike Rental$8.07
Tours and Activities in Easter Island
For Easter Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Day Small Group Tour in Moai Monuments and Historic Pathways: $300
- 2 Days Highlights Tour in Easter Island Moai and Nature: $210
- 3 Hours Terevaka Horseback Private Guided Riding Tour: $280
- 3 Tours on Easter Island.: $299
- Adventures in Rapa Nui: High-quality tourism with Easter Island Your Tour.: $200
- Astronomical Tour on Easter Island: $192
- Easter Island Highlights: Private Tour with Native Guide: $200
- Moai Full Day Private Tour: $219
- Rapa Nui Stargazing Tour: $140
- Epic and Mysterious Adventure Se Indiana Jones but in Rapa Nui: $120
- Experience Polynesian canoeing in Rapa Nui: $100
- Full Day Hotu Matua Tour from Vaihu to Anakena: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIlha Grande $10Easter Island $5.14
When comparing the travel costs between Ilha Grande and Easter Island, we can see that Easter Island is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ilha Grande Expensive? and Is Easter Island Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.